Abby Fischer
Ruther Glen,VA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hematology Oncology Associates of Fredericksburg, Infusion
2018.03 - Current
- Duties included focused assessments, port accessing, IV placement, triage, dose calculation, administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, iron products, hydration, vitamins, and electrolytes.
- Navigation of peri-oncology issues for patients, FMLA, and medication preparation
- Proficient in using Onco-EMR by Flat Iron, EPIC, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Administered IV fluids, medications and blood products through peripherally inserted central venous catheter to support long-term treatment for hematology and oncology patients.
- Remained current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs and oriented and educated new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects.
- Maintained safe and therapeutic medical environment and guided and directed members of health care team to encourage quality patient care.
- Leveraged knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control and safety precaution to initiate appropriate intervention in crisis situations.
- Counseled patients and caregivers and provided compassionate emotional support.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Staff Registered Nurse
Oncology/Hospice, Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital
2017.07 - 2018.03
- Almost a year of experience on a 31-bed unit with common workload of six patients for twelve-hour shifts
- Duties included, physical assessments, medication administration, documenting in the electronic medical record (Epic), drawing labs, starting IV’s, drawing blood, accessing and de-accessing ports, management of urinary catheters, chest tubes, and feeding tubes
- Reporting findings to the care team to receive orders, and assistance with ADL’s and IADL’s.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies, and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bluefield University
Bluefield, VA2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Germanna Community College
Locust Grove, VA2017
Skills
- Infusion Medication Administration
- Intramuscular Injections
- Reaction Observation and Intervention
- Peripheral IV Lines Insertion
- Chemotherapy and Infusion
- Follow-Up Calls
- Medical Screening
- Diagnostic Tools Knowledge
- Direct Patient Care
- Focused Assessments
- Side Effect Management
Certification
Registered Nurse License
2017- Current
CPR
11/2021-Current
ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Biotherapy
Exp. 5/31/2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hematology Oncology Associates of Fredericksburg, Infusion
2018.03 - Current
Staff Registered Nurse
Oncology/Hospice, Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital
2017.07 - 2018.03
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bluefield University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Germanna Community College
Registered Nurse License
2017- Current
CPR
11/2021-Current
ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Biotherapy
Exp. 5/31/2024
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